Writing Need Not Be a Solitary or Frustrating Process
I have taught writing within the SUNY (State University of New York) system for more than a decade, working primarily with first-year college students who are adapting to a new social, emotional, and academic context.
Students have consistently described me as approachable and caring; many have said they’ve never had anyone talk with them to shape their writing in the same way. I am pleased to offer one-to-one tutoring and coaching sessions to support students with:
- Generating, developing and organizing initial ideas
- Drafting and revising
- Close reading and reading critically
- Embracing and expressing one’s writing voice
- Taking risks with style and structure
- Building confidence as writers
Please reach out via the contact form to schedule a conversation about developing and revising college application essays and assignments for English, literature, creative writing, social studies, and other humanities courses. I am also happy to help with cover letters and professional materials.
Below are a few comments from recent student evaluations.
“I remember dreading college writing my first semester at Purchase College. I didn’t think it would be possible to enjoy it. Professor Wright made it my favorite class. Every assignment she gave was focused on something extremely interesting. She let us write based on what we were passionate about, which made the writing enjoyable. The feedback she gave was always extremely helpful and encouraging.” — Purchase College student, Spring 2021
“The class overall has improved my writing skills for the better.”—Purchase College student, Fall 2022
“She Is one of my favorite professors at Purchase, and she is part of the reason that I love writing the way I do today.”—Purchase College student, Fall 2022
“Prof. Amy B. Wright is clearly passionate about writing and the way she teaches makes that passion infectious.” —Purchase College student, Fall 2022
“The instructor is a very sweet person who values everyone’s time and encourages everyone to try their hardest and be the best writer they can possibly be.”
—Purchase College student, Spring 2023
“Professor Wright taught me how to really show rather than to tell; and to make sure it came from my own perspective. While working with her, I have learned creative interesting ways to include my own inner dialogue when writing about an experience.”
— Purchase College student, Spring 2021
“One of the reasons I have loved this class is not only because of its content but also because of professor Wright. She creates such a fun, comfortable and open space for students to learn and become their better selves.”
—Purchase College student, Fall 2022
“This course made crafting academic papers less daunting.”
—Purchase College student, Fall 2022
“Professor Wright is kind and ambitious and cares for her students deeply. She facilitates environments where we feel smart and will always help us grow.” -Purchase College student, Spring 2023
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